We live in a world that glorifies hustle, perfection, and productivity at all costs. But here’s the truth: hustle culture isn’t the badge of honor we’ve been sold—it’s a recipe for burnout, disconnection, and missing what really matters.

In this raw and unfiltered episode, I’m sharing my own hot take on why hustle culture is toxic, why perfectionism keeps us stuck, and how to pause long enough to check in with what’s actually important right now.

I also get personal and open up about my own season of grief—how it’s taken me out of “hustle mode” and forced me to reexamine the pressure I’ve put on myself to always be on my game.

💬 In this episode:

• Why hustle culture is more harmful than helpful
• The false promise of perfection and productivity as identity
• How fear and shame sneak into “grind mode”
• Why pausing and checking in with yourself is the bravest move you can make
• My own story of grief, slowing down, and rediscovering alignment

✨ You’ll walk away with:

• Permission to say no to hustle without shame
• Validation if you’ve been forced into slowing down by life circumstances
• A reminder that your worth isn’t tied to what you produce
• A call to reconnect with what actually matters—right here, right now

📲 If this episode lands for you, share it with someone who needs the reminder that pausing isn’t failing—it’s healing. Tag me @ErinBurnsWellness so I can cheer you on for saying screw hustle culture, too.

We spend so much of our lives waiting—waiting until the timing is right, until we feel confident, until fear goes away. But here’s the truth: you’ll never truly feel ready. And that’s not a problem—it’s the point.

In this powerful episode, I break down why waiting for readiness keeps you stuck, how fear and perfectionism disguise themselves as “not ready yet,” and why real readiness isn’t an emotion—it’s a choice.

If you’ve been hesitating on a big decision, a leap of faith, or even a small next step, this episode is the reminder you need: courage doesn’t show up before the action—it grows because of it.

💬 In this episode:

• Why waiting to feel “ready” never works
• How fear, shame, and perfectionism keep us stuck in limbo
• What readiness actually looks like in practice
• A simple mindset shift that helps you choose action over waiting

✨ You’ll walk away with:

• Permission to stop waiting for the “perfect moment”
• The confidence to make a decision even while scared
• A reframed understanding of courage, readiness, and growth

📲 If this episode speaks to you, share it on your stories and tag me @ErinBurnsWellness—I’d love to see what decision you’re choosing to make today.

We’ve all been there—saying “yes” when we wanted to say “no,” making a choice that felt safe in the moment but left us anxious or resentful later. The truth is, any time you make decisions from fear, shame, or judgment, you’re probably acting out of alignment with your values.

In this episode, we’ll talk about why living in alignment with your values is one of the most freeing things you can do—and how to figure out what those values actually are. You’ll learn why misaligned decisions feel so heavy, how to spot when it’s happening, and the simple steps you can take to start making choices that feel good now and in the long run.

💬 In this episode:

• The difference between values and goals (and why that matters)
• How fear, shame, and judgment hijack decision-making
• Signs you’re living out of alignment with your values
• A simple process for discovering your top 3–5 core values
• How to use your values as a compass for everyday life

✨ You’ll walk away with:

• A clear sense of what matters most to you
• Practical tools to make decisions you won’t second-guess
• More confidence and peace in your everyday life

📲 If this episode resonates with you, screenshot it and share to your stories—tag me @ErinBurnsWellness so I can cheer you on as you step into more aligned living.

If you’ve been feeling stuck—emotionally, mentally, creatively, or in your healing—you are not alone. This short and powerful episode is a gentle reminder that being stuck doesn’t mean you’re broken or failing. It might just mean you're in a quiet, necessary part of your process.

This is your therapist-approved pep talk. A pause. A deep breath. A compassionate check-in to remind you that growth isn't always visible, progress isn't always loud, and healing doesn’t mean doing everything perfectly.

💬 In this episode:

• Why feeling stuck is more normal than you think
• Common reasons people get stuck during healing or life transitions
• Reframes to help shift from shame to self-compassion
• Simple reflective questions to get curious instead of critical
• A reminder that stillness can be sacred

✨ You’ll walk away with:

• Emotional relief and nervous system softening
• Permission to slow down without self-blame
• A renewed sense of trust in your process

📲 If this episode lands for you, take a screenshot and share it to your stories. Tag me @ErinBurnsWellness and let me know what part you needed most today.

It’s true—trauma changes us. It shapes how we see the world, how we relate to others, and how we see ourselves. But here’s the truth most people don’t talk about: healing means learning who you are beyond what hurt you.

In this episode, we’re diving into the hard but necessary truth that while trauma may have influenced your identity, it doesn't have to be who you are. This is a hot take with heart—a compassionate call-out for anyone who feels stuck in their pain, their diagnosis, or their survival mode self.

We’ll talk about the difference between honoring your past and being defined by it, and what it really means to reclaim your identity after trauma. If you’ve ever felt lost in your healing journey or afraid of who you might be without the pain—this one’s for you.

🔍 In this episode, we explore:

• Why it’s normal to identify with trauma—and why it becomes a trap
• The danger of letting PTSD or pain become your personality
• How to begin rewriting your identity after trauma
• What it really takes to stop surviving and start becoming

✨ You’ll walk away with:

• A deeper understanding of how trauma shapes (but doesn’t define) your identity
• A loving push to stop living life through a lens of pain and fear.
• Practical ideas for reconnecting with your true self—outside of survival mode

📲 If this episode speaks to you, take a screenshot, share to your stories, and tag me @ErinBurnsWellnesss. I’d love to hear what resonated.

You know what to do. You’ve made the list. You’ve set the goals. So why does following through still feel impossible?

In this episode, we’re unpacking what’s really going on when you feel stuck, avoidant, or paralyzed—even when you genuinely want to take action. Spoiler: it’s not because you’re lazy or unmotivated.

We dive into the science behind executive dysfunction, the role of your nervous system in shutdown and overwhelm, and why your brain might be saying “go” while your body keeps saying “no.”

Whether you’re struggling with procrastination, burnout, ADHD, or just feeling like you're constantly letting yourself down—this episode will help you understand why, and give you compassionate language for what’s really happening beneath the surface.

🔍 In this episode, we explore:

• What executive dysfunction actually is (and why it’s not about willpower)
• Why your to-do list feels impossible even when it “should” be easy
• How trauma, anxiety, ADHD, and burnout affect your brain’s follow-through
• The nervous system’s role in freeze, fawn, and shutdown states
• How to stop shaming yourself and start working with your brain

✨ You’ll walk away with:

• Language that helps you name what you’re experiencing
• A deeper understanding of why your behavior makes sense
• Tools to support yourself without relying on discipline or shame

📲 If this episode resonates, screenshot and share it to your stories and tag me @ErinBurnsWellness—I’d love to hear what landed for you.

Let’s be honest — healing isn’t always crystals, breakthroughs, and self-love playlists. Sometimes, it’s ugly crying in your car in the middle of a Tuesday. And you know what? That still counts as growth.

In this episode, we’re talking about what real, raw, imperfect healing actually looks like — the kind that happens between the “aha” moments. We’ll unpack the myth that growth has to look peaceful or inspiring all the time, and why your low moments don’t erase your progress. If you’ve ever felt like you were doing the work but still falling apart, this is your permission slip to keep going without shame.

Because sometimes, surviving is the win. And sometimes, the biggest growth is simply being gentler with yourself when you’re not okay.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Why growth doesn’t always look like progress
• The emotional whiplash of the healing process
• How to spot signs of growth (even on the messy days)
• Why crying in your car doesn’t mean you’re broken — it means you’re processing
• The power of radical self-compassion during hard moments
• Letting go of the pressure to “heal perfectly”

Reminder:

You don’t need to be graceful to be growing. Some days are breakdowns. Some days are breakthroughs. Both are valid. Both are part of the process.

Stay Connected:

Follow me on Instagram for more messy, honest healing conversations: @erinburnswellness

If this episode helped you feel less alone, send it to someone who’s healing too — and let them know:

You’re not behind. You’re just human.

We’ve been told that forgiveness is the final step in healing — that to truly move on, we have to let go, find peace, and forgive the people who hurt us. But what if that’s not true? What if real healing has nothing to do with forgiveness?

In this episode, we’re flipping the script on one of the most common (and most damaging) myths in the mental health space: that you must forgive to be free. We’ll talk about how this narrative often silences pain, pressures survivors, and promotes emotional bypassing. You’ll learn why healing is a deeply personal journey that doesn’t require reconciliation, or even emotional neutrality.

Whether you’re carrying deep pain, complex trauma, or just tired of being told to “be the bigger person,” this one’s for you. You don’t have to forgive to heal — and your boundaries, anger, and truth are valid.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why forgiveness is not the ultimate goal of healing
• The pressure to be the “good victim” — and how that harms real recovery
• How trauma lives in the body and can’t be reasoned away
• Why forced forgiveness can be just another form of gaslighting
• What healing can look like without forgiving the person who hurt you
• Practical ways to reclaim your peace and power on your terms

Let this be your permission slip:

Your healing doesn’t have to include forgiveness — and that doesn’t make you bitter, broken, or stuck. That makes you human.

Follow Along & Join the Conversation:

Follow me on Instagram and TikTok — @erinburnswellness — for more real talk on healing, boundaries, and mental health without the fluff.

And if this episode spoke to you, share it with someone who needs to hear:

You don’t owe anyone your forgiveness.

In this spicy episode, we’re breaking down the illusion of progress that can come from constantly consuming self-help podcasts, reels, books, and courses. We explore the emotional comfort we get from learning about healing, and why that’s not the same thing as actually living it out.

You’ll hear honest reflections on:

• Why bingeing self-help content can feel like progress (even when it’s not)
• The difference between insight and embodiment
• How to tell if you’re stuck in “consumption mode”
• What “doing the work” actually looks like (and what it doesn’t)
• Simple ways to shift from awareness to aligned action

This episode is a gentle but direct invitation to pause the scroll, tune into your body, and finally apply what you’ve been learning.

Let’s Stay Connected:

Follow along for more on mental health, boundaries, and real self-growth:

Instagram: @erinburns.wellness

Share the episode with someone who’s ready to move from knowing to doing.

In today’s episode, we’re talking about something we all do—make assumptions. Whether it’s filling in the blanks in a text message, assuming what someone is thinking, or jumping to conclusions in our relationships, these mental shortcuts can quietly chip away at our peace and connection.

We’ll break down why our brains love assumptions, how they impact our mental health, and what you can do to slow the spiral and get back to clarity. If you’ve ever found yourself feeling anxious, resentful, or disconnected based on a story you made up in your head—this one’s for you.

What We’ll Cover:

• What assumptions actually are (and why we make them)
• The emotional and relational cost of assuming
• How assumptions can reinforce negative beliefs
• Practical tools to interrupt assumption spirals
• How to replace assumptions with curiosity and compassion

Takeaway:

You don’t have to be a mind reader. You don’t have to fill in the blanks. You can pause, stay present, and choose connection over certainty.

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Let’s keep the conversation going!

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